1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 164 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |